University of California Agriculture & Natural Resources seeks a Vice Provost of Academic Personnel

Posted on December 9, 2021
University of California Agriculture & Natural Resources seeks a Vice Provost of Academic Personnel
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Vice Provost of Academic Personnel

 
 
Position Summary
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) is committed to excellence that reflects delivering evidence-based solutions to a diverse and inclusive audience. The UC ANR seeks a highly motivated individual with an exceptional leadership and academic record to serve as Vice Provost of Academic Personnel.
 
 
Through leadership, vision and strategy the successful applicant will advance the UC ANR’s mission of impact through extension education and applied research that supports all Californians by
 

· Promoting successful recruitment, development and retention of UC ANR academics,

· Identifying tools, trainings, and evaluation measures for reaching diverse audiences through inclusive programming, and

· Supporting streamlined performance evaluation of UC ANR personnel that promotes innovation and excellence to positively impact the lives of all Californians.

 

Specific Elements Include

· Capacity Building and Inclusion.

o Working closely with Academic Human Resources, lead the recruitment of academic positions within UC ANR.

o Provide leadership for implementation of practices leading to recruitment of a diverse workforce of talented academics.

o Develop personnel development paths and mentoring options for academics and program staff that build success, innovation and inclusion for positive change in reaching diverse audiences.

o Mentor academic advisors and other staff to do their best work and solve issues.

o Provide leadership to lifelong learning and career-long development of academics to deliver impactful programming that reaches representative populations.

 

· Performance review.

o Help build an evaluation system with metrics that enable personnel to assess progress and impact in relation to Public Value Statements and inspires collaboration among academics (on and off campus) and staff.

o Serve as chair of UC ANR Peer Review Committee to oversee the evaluation of academic advancement cases (merit and promotions).

o Serve as a liaison with the Academic Assembly personnel committee on appointment and training of ad hoc review committees.

o As needed, identify and execute disciplinary actions, support investigation cases, and review academic grievances.

This position sits on Program Council and is a key member of a combined leadership team, including the Vice Provost of Strategic Initiatives and Statewide Programs, the Vice Provost of Research and Extension, and the Associate Vice President. This position works closely with Academic HR, Learning and Development, the Program Planning and Evaluation units, and with a DEI director/DEI Advisory Council.

 

Qualifications

A minimum of a Ph.D., or other terminal degree, in a field of science relevant to UC ANR programming is required prior to the appointment start date.
 

· A record of scholarly and administrative achievement that demonstrates a commitment to academic excellence in achieving Cooperative Extension and applied research impacts.

· Significant experience as an academic administrator with demonstrated leadership skills.

· Demonstrated success recruiting and mentoring academics for career success.

· Strong understanding of Cooperative Extension and the Land Grant mission.

· Demonstrated experience in evaluating academic programs and in developing and executing strategies that promote organizational change.

· Values diversity and can communicate how to build that into programs and work environments.

· In-state travel is required.

A background investigation will be required for the successful candidate, including fingerprinting and a criminal history clearance by the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. This position is subject to the requirements and compliance of the California’s Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA). Employment within UC ANR is contingent upon securing written acknowledgement to comply with California law.

 

To be successful requires skills in the following area:

· Ability to exercise independent judgment to integrate resources, policies, and information to develop equitable policies and procedures is required.

· The ability to analyze and interpret UC and UC ANR policies and procedures is essential.

· The successful applicant must have outstanding data collection and reporting skills and will set direction for continuous improvement, increasing UC ANR’s reach to all California residents, and enhancing programmatic impact by building programs that lead to academic success.

· Strong attention to detail, high accuracy, solid quality and sound organizational skills.

· The candidate should have a deep understanding of key concepts related to management and evaluation.

· Demonstrated excellence in written, oral and interpersonal and information technology communication skills. Public speaking is a routine part of this position.

· Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a team member with others. Able to adapt as circumstances warranted.

· Demonstrated commitment to ongoing self-improvement - both professionally and as a person. Ability to shift program focus as times and organizational needs change.

 

How to Apply

If interested in this position, please visit: recruit.ucanr.edu and choose “applicants” (refer to position #21-03).

 

Closing Date: To ensure full consideration, submit materials by February 1, 2022. Those received after February 1, 2022 may be considered if the position has not yet been filled. (Open until filled).

Questions? Contact Tatiana Avoce email: tavoce@ucanr.edu

 

Applicants may wish to explore the UC Davis Services for International Students and Scholars web page at siss.ucdavis.edu as a resource.

 


The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited.